2014 Toyota Corolla Problems
What owners have reported about the 2014 Toyota Corolla, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2014 Toyota Corolla a good year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 269 complaints with NHTSA, the 7th most of 18 Corolla model years. The most reported problems involve the airbags, electrical system and body and structure.
269 complaints 2 recalls 7th worst of 18 Corolla years
Top 2014 Toyota Corolla problems
Airbag problems
69 complaints (26%) name the airbags, most often the side / window and driver clockspring / spiral cassette.
Electrical problems
52 complaints (19%) name the electrical system, most often the software and speedometer / odometer.
Body problems
32 complaints (12%) name the body and structure, most often the body and roof and pillars.
Acceleration problems
29 complaints (11%) name the acceleration and speed control.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (174 of 269). The amber line is the middle value, about 36,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2014 Toyota Corolla recalls
Air bag / restraint control module
During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners. In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020.
Recall 20V024000 · Jan 2020Switch / wiring
In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper switch assembly may short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, No. 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems." A short circuit could cause inoperative windshield wipers, reducing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper switch assembly, free of charge.
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Corolla years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
Common questions
Is the 2014 Toyota Corolla a reliable year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 269 complaints with NHTSA, the 7th most of 18 Corolla model years. The most reported problems involve the airbags, electrical system and body and structure.
What are the most common 2014 Toyota Corolla problems?
Owners most often report problems with the airbags, electrical system, body and structure and acceleration and speed control. 69 complaints (26%) name the airbags, most often the side / window and driver clockspring / spiral cassette.
At what mileage do 2014 Toyota Corolla airbags problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 21,000–71,000 miles, with a middle value near 41,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2014 Toyota Corolla have?
2. Air bag / restraint control module (20V024000); Switch / wiring (13V505000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2014 Toyota Corolla?
Ask for service records covering the airbags, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2025, 2024 and 2023 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.